Equine 1 Obj. 7.01 - Equine Selection

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What is an injury or abnormality that affects a horse’s ability to perform?

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Unsoundness

Front

An example of a blemish is:

Back

a capped hock.

Front

An example of an unsoundness is: birth marks, capped hock, stifled founder, wire cuts.

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stifled founder.

Front

How does the age of the horse relate to the experience of the rider?

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Older horses should be used by inexperienced riders.

Front

A horse’s ability to perform is not affected, but its value is hurt by:

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blemishes.

Front

Good horse conformation includes a: triangular head with short well-set ears.

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triangular head with short well-set ears.

Front

Most lameness is consistently observable when a horse is: running, standing still, trotting, walking.

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trotting.

Front

Which horse most often has a nervous disposition?

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Race horse

Front

What is the best time to find average horses for a good price?

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Late fall

Front

Structural correctness is observed by examining the horse’s:

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feet and legs.